What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director of Athletics Communications and Operations position at CoSIDA?
Oberlin College
a member of the North Coast Athletic Conference and NCAA Division III , invites applications for the position of Associate Director of Athletics Communications and Operations. This role supports the department's mission to foster an inclusive, and enriching environment for student-athletes while promoting Oberlin's excellence in academics and athletics.
The Associate Director will oversee all aspects of athletics communications and game operations for 21 varsity programs. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and committed to advancing the visibility of Oberlin Athletics through innovative communication, strategies, and operational efficiency.
Collaboration and LeadershipServe as a member of the Athletics Administrative Leadership TeamWork closely with the Director of Athletics and administrative team to develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that support recruitment, retention, and the celebration of stakeholders and communityLead and manage athletics communications staff and student workers by establishing clear expectations, maintaining high professional standards, and setting achievable deadlines to ensure timely and quality workContribute to departmental initiatives and special events.Athletics Communications
Assist in creating, writing, editing, and distributing press releases, game notes, and feature storiesOversee the production and management of digital content, including video features, game highlights, and graphic designs for social media and the websiteMaintain accurate and timely updates of statistics, rosters, schedules, and results on the athletics websiteCollaborate with campus partners to ensure alignment with Oberlin's brand standards and institutional messaging.Game Operations
Coordinate logistics and staffing for home athletic contests and special eventsSupervise the setup and breakdown of game-day equipment, signage, and technologyServe as the primary contact for officials, visiting teams, and game-day staff to ensure smooth event executionEnsure adherence to NCAA and conference policies during competitionsAdministrative Tasks
Oversee inventory and ordering of game-day and communications equipmentAssist in managing the department's budget related to communications and operationsRepresent the department at campus meetings and conference-level events as neededSchedule game day workers and photography as needed for internal and external communicationsBachelor's degree required, preferably in communications, journalism, sports management, or a related fieldMinimum of three years of experience in athletics communications, sports information, or event management, preferably in a collegiate settingProficiency with media software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere), StatCrew / NCAA LiveStats, and website CMS platforms (such as SIDEARM)Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skillsAbility to work evenings, weekends, some holidays, and travel as required by athletic eventsDemonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environmentSkilled in handling challenging situations with composure, adapting to changing circumstances, and making sound decisions in high-pressure environments.
